ALRIGHT PETAL?

A sunflower, a lily or a rose? Which flower do you see yourself as? Flowers are beautiful, they come in different shapes and sizes. We appreciate their beauty just simply for what they are. It’s time we all did the same for black women.

Alright Petal? was created in August 2019 by Alix Harris and the Beyond Ensemble. Written in collaboration with emerging writer Monique Day and including monologues by established writers Cairo Aibangee, Titiola Dawudu and Melissa Saint. The set was created by Exeter based Botanical Artist Bee Watson of Wild Hive Designs.

In a world of feminist discussion, let’s make sure all voices are heard.

2,000 STORIES

This is a show about stories, personal stories, those that have stayed with us and those that are currently surrounding us. 2,000 stories is about one woman's relationship to empathy and asks the question what happens when we care too much?

2,000 Stories was supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and the Mayflower 400 Cultural Fund. This show will be touring the UK in 2021. Please email helen@beyondface.co.uk to find out more.

2017

WHO'S LOOKING BACK AT YOU?

Through movement, text and photography, the performers reflect on the past, present and future and take inspiration asking the question Who's looking Back at You?

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This project enabled Beyond Face to support two early career artists- writer Cairo McFarlane and choreographer Victoria Horan.

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This project was supported using public funding by National Lottery through Arts Council England.

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Photography: Gem-Ward Photographer

MIXED GRILL?

After a conversation with friends about heritage, Alix decides to cook a Caribbean curry. Lewis has never cooked a Caribbean curry and is eager to learn how Alix takes this opportunity to get Lewis to connect with his roots and explore his own heritage. Mixed Grill examines how your identity and upbringing is impacted by geographical location and education.

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This project was supported using public funding by National Lottery through Arts Council England.